Extra Time (Bonus): Thomas Dooley's Accidental Journey to the USMNT

Thomas Dooley was a critical piece of the US Men's National Team that made it to the knockout stage of the 1994 World Cup. He played every minute of that tournament, then played a vital role on the 98 World Cup team as well. But, born and raised in West Germany to a German mother, Dooley was focused on his aspirations of playing professionally in Germany and then also playing for the German National Team. He never even considered that, because he was born to an American father, he might be eligible to play for the USMNT. Dooley joins Founding Futbol to share how his journey to the USMNT happened almost by accident, but became one of the most fulfilling aspects of his accomplished career. He shares memories of playing in the 94 World Cup, how he knew America's view on the game changed in real time, and much more. Founding Futbol is a year-long exploration of the critical moments that have led to soccer's emerging popularity in America. Extra Time is an additional weekly episode that...